Five opening week thoughts on Michigan hoops

Michigan fell short on Sunday afternoon against Wake Forest but showed plenty of promise in the first week of the Dusty May era. After reviewing the numbers and film, it’s time to unpack what happened in the first two games of the season.

The Wolverines played a near-perfect game against Cleveland State before grinding through a back-and-forth affair in North Carolina. Here are some key numbers, trends, and potential issues that we’re monitoring after two games.

Still to come

  1. 1. Good things happen when Michigan runs
  2. 2. Wolf turnovers are the cost of doing business, but improvement is needed
  3. 3. Rubin Jones needs to get comfortable and stay on the court
  4. 4. Sam Walters and LJ Cason's roles are going to grow
  5. 5. Encouraging defensive signs

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